The place: Probably the city’s most unique Victorian mansion: a five-bedroom, four-bathroom palace just steps from Avenue and Bloor.

The history: Built in 1883, this home has been owned by artist Vivian Reiss for almost 30 years. There are updates everywhere, lovingly undertaken over the past three decades, like patterned marble floors, 12-inch crown moulding, hand-cut parquet, a custom kitchen—and, less exciting, a new slate roof, added in 2015.

Possible deal breaker: The home’s inimitable style is pretty much a “love it or hate it” proposition for most potential buyers. The level of personalization here may turn off anyone looking for a less grandiose place to live.